December weather forecast
Ravenswood, WV

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Weather in December

Closing the year, December welcomes back the winter chill in Ravenswood. The temperatures plummet from the past month, reaching lows of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Alongside, increased precipitation levels bring a considerable amount of snow, measuring around 2.83" (72mm). However, the city beautifully incorporates the winter spirit into holiday celebrations, making December an enchantingly festive month in Ravenswood, West Virginia.

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ravenswood, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ravenswood, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In Ravenswood, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ravenswood, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ravenswood, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ravenswood, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ravenswood have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ravenswood?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Ravenswood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average temperature in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average pressure in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average humidity in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ravenswood, WV

Average UV index in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ravenswood, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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